A Collection of Pretty Old Houses

Today I have a treat:

A Collection of Pretty Old Houses.

courtesy of the FMLS--enjoy 

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Pretty Old Marietta Cottage

Today I came across this great 100 year old Folk Victorian cottage in Marietta, Georgia. (There are lots of old houses in Marietta) that is featured on Better Homes and Gardens online.

I think this house might have had some Victorian bric-a-brac across the front at the top of the columns. It's a dead ringer for the style according to A Field Guide to American Houses--in case you aren't familiar with the book, it's a wonderful resource for Pretty Old Houses.

It has a center hall with really high ceilings. I'm not sure what's going on with the attic ladder, do you think it's down all the time?

Don't the old floors look wonderful?

I love the young fresh decorating.

Note the burlap drapes. Maybe Ballard?

This is my favorite pict from the article. The old looking glass cabinets are incredible. According to the article they were just made to look old.

The sink was reused from the old kitchen.

I'd never think to arrange hooks like this. It's good.

This might be a little too primitive for me.

It seems all the fireplaces are old brick. Were there mantles?

What can I say about this? Okay, you know me, I can always think of something to say.

They need to paint the ceiling--Haunt Blue of course.

Hope you enjoyed this little tour. For the complete article go to BHG.

Later,

Patti

Kirstie Alley's Maine Cottage

When Kirstie Alley does a cottage she goes all out.

Her cottage is for sale for a mere $2,350,000. Really, that doesn't sound too bad for 16 acres on the water.

The listing from Sotheby's says:

Beautiful Cottage nestled on a private 16 acres with gorgeous oceanfront on pretty Islesboro Island. Take the ferry in Lincolnville for a short 20 minute ride across the Bay, you will find yourself breathing differently. Built in 1993 you have the beauty of new and the charm of yesteryear. A year round paradise with cozy nooks, fireplaces, and sunshine galore. A family retreat that will give an otherwise hectic life some peace and tranquility. A place to live simply and simply live!

image via Trulia

It's a cottage with 3,140 square feet--not big at all.

 Do you have cottage overload yet?

This is the only dining room pictured. Does it seem too small for a house that has 10 parking spaces?

There are 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths and 1 partial bath.

This must be one of the family guest rooms.

 Another guest room.

 The loft overlooking the living room, I presume.

 I absolutely love the lot and the exterior.
 This porch is to die for.

 All images via Trulia.

Wouldn't it be great to visit for a long weekend?

Later,


linking to:

Serenity Now--Weekend Bloggy Reading
Just A Girl--Show and Share Day